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Age Better Newsletter #35 – June 20th, 2013
Published by George Parigian Jr. for Opted-in Subscribers
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Hello,

Truisms about in the field of health and nutrition. We have been told for years now that we need calcium to prevent osteoporosis, but recent evidence suggests that taking extra calcium may not be all that healthy. In fact it may even raise your risk of heart disease!

Calcium has to be balanced with magnesium to be absorbed properly. There also has to be adequate vitamin-d levels for calcium to be assimilated properly. Recent evidence indicates that an imbalance of calcium can increase your risk of heart disease.

Few people know that vitamin-k2 is also essential to utilizing calcium properly. K2 is one of THE most important (but least known) nutrients in preventing heart disease and also osteoporosis, because it is needed to properly absorb and metabolize calcium.

Check out this book on calcium and vitamin k2 by Kate Rheaume Bleue at this link:

This is the Kindle version for those of you who live in far away places. You can still access it as a download from Amazon. The book received 5 stars over 73 reviews! It doesn’t get better than that.

It will tell you what you need to know about k2, how to get it in your diet and how it enables you to efficiently utilize calcium for building bones while avoiding atherosclerosis.

I urge you to educate yourself on this topic. It could very well be a matter of life and death!

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Do you have a disease, or other medical condition that you or someone close to you is suffering from that you would like me to research and write about? Then please let me know. I can’t give medical advice because I am not a doctor.

But I CAN research things and look for the most cutting edge information and research on that topic and present it to you and everyone who reads this newsletter. Our knowledge is advancing rapidly, and I am here to report on the very latest on health, wellness, and anti-aging for everyone who reads this newsletter!

So if you have questions, or comments, please share them with me. I love hearing from you!

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I love science fiction, especially the “super hero” genre. I just saw the “man of Steel” the 2013 version of the Superman saga. I had heard pro and con about this film, but I have to say I was quite impressed by this film.

The film was directed by Zack Snyder and stars Henry Cavill as Superman and Amy Adams as Lois Lane. Cavill’s Superman though different than Chris Reeves, retains the essence of who and what Superman is.

He presents a deeply principled individual of great power who understands the necessity of restraint. He is (just like Chris Reeves) the consummate gentleman, who puts the well being of others before himself. This is the kind of selfless persona that you expect from this character.

Lois Lane played by Amy Adams is a far cry from the previous versions of that character. She is tough and resourceful in her own way and gets into the action, helping Superman escape from captivity by General Zod. Adams in my view does a great job with this iconic character!

The action sequences are mind blowing thanks to state of the art CGI. The villains (General Zod and company) seem harsher and more violent than in past films, and the ending which I will not give away, follows this pattern.

If you are up for a good time at the movies, I would highly recommend “Man of Steel.” It’s great fun and will not disappoint.

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Do you remember Vanessa Williams? She was the first “black” Miss America and had to give up the title because it was found that she had posed nude years before, and the pictures surfaced and caused a scandal.

She rebounded from this experience to become the most successful entertainer of any former Miss America.

She recorded a music video for the song called “Save The Best For Last.”

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Age Better Newsletter #33 – June 6th, 2013
Published by George Parigian Jr. for Opted-in Subscribers
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I opened my Facebook page this morning only to be greeted by something that made me very sad and incredibly angry at the same time. It was the page of an organization that documents animal cruelty in Asia.

In Asia dog and cats are killed and eaten as we do with livestock and poultry in this country, but the brutally inhumane methods of caging and killing these innocent animals are stomach churning to say the least.

This is extremely difficult for me as I have two shelter cats that I love dearly. Just imagine someone trying to harm your children in this way, and you have some idea how horrible this is, and why I feel so strongly about it.

If you see or get petitions to oppose this terrible cruelty, please sign them to add your voice to those trying to protect these animals from being killed in these horrible ways. They can’t speak up for themselves, only we can, AND WE MUST! . Thank you for listening, and for caring…

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I got an email message from one of my readers who is recovering from lung cancer. She told me about the personal nutritional regimen she was on and asked me if I had any additional information that could help her.

Let me start out by saying that nothing I write here should be used in place of medical care you receive from your doctor. I am not promoting cures or advising you not to seek proper medical help for your health problems.

With that said, let me share a few things with you in regard to cancer.

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First, tumors (because of their dysfunctional energy metabolism) have a voracious appetite for sugar. If you have cancer of any kind you MUST try and eliminate as much refined sugar from your diet as possible.

If you have cancer, eating sugar is like throwing gasoline on a fire. Don’t do it! It will only make the cancer progress faster, and prevent your recovery.

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The second issue involves a gene called MTHFR, which drives inflammation by improperly “methylating” certain substances in your body. This gene (and it’s effects) can be modified by using a nutritional supplement called a “methyl donor.”

I have also included a link to a methyl donor product that I have used for this purpose.

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Another thing I would caution you on is the use of the drug acetaminophen (brand name Tylenol) This drug depletes something called “glutathione” from your system. Since glutathione is the primary cellular antioixidant that protects cells from cancer, you do not
want to take any substance that depletes it.

So avoid Tylenol even if you are healthy!

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It goes without saying that nutritional support is absolutely ESSENTIAL in recovering from cancer. With that, I would strongly recommend you check out this book. It’s called: “Beating Cancer With Nutrition.”

It’s written by Dr. Patrick Quillin, PhD,RD,CNS. Dr. Quillen was the chief of nutritional support for Cancer Treatment Centers of America, a group of hospitals that focus on integrative cancer treatment, which combines both conventional and alternative treatment protocols for cancer.

You don’t get any more authoritative than this guy, and his book received 4.5 stars over 174 customer reviews. The book is also available as a Kindle download so you can get it anywhere in the world! If you or a loved one is dealing with cancer of any kind, then you need to read this book. It covers all the aspects of diet and nutrition you need to support recovery from cancer!

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The last thing I would add to this is “grounding!” Because it is so simple, effective, and will not interfere with any other kind of treatment, it’s something that everyone (not just cancer patients) should be doing.

I’ve given you a lot of information to process, but use this as a basis to do further research on your own. There is no substitute for a person with cancer or any other disease taking responsibility for their own health and recovery.

Don’t be a passive recipient of medical treatment. Be actively engaged in healing yourself!

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Do you have a disease, or other medical condition you or someone close to you is suffering from that you would like me to research and write about? Then please let me know. I can’t give medical advice because I am not a doctor.

But I CAN research things and look for the most cutting edge information and research on that topic and present it to you and everyone who reads this newsletter. Our knowledge is advancing rapidly, and I am here to report on the very latest on health, wellness, and anti-aging for everyone who reads this newsletter!

So if you have questions, or comments, please share them with me. I love hearing from you!

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On a lighter note, Mary Fahl is one of the best voices in pop music today (some say THE best)! Here is a clip of her singing a song called “Ariel.”

For those of you who have never heard of her, she was the lead singer for a group called “October Project.” They recorded two excellent CD’s before she left the group and went solo. I’ve often said that if I were marooned on a desert island and could only have one CD with me, “October Project” would be the one!

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This newsletter is read by people all over the world, so if you have something that you would like me to share such as music from your country or culture with the other readers, please let me know.

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This week’s quote is from the iconic rock musician Jimi Hendrix:

“When the power of love overcomes the love of power the world will know peace.”

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Age Better Newsletter – Issue #13- January 10th, 2013
Published by George Parigian Jr. for Opted-in Subscribers
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Hi George,

Wouldn’t you know it, with issue #13 of the newsletter, it’s having an
“identity crisis.” But…..in a way that’s a GOOD thing! With 2013 upon us,
I wanted to revisit just what “Age Better” is all about.

It’s always hard for me to stay squarely on topic, because I have lots of
interests. This newsletter spans a number of topics, but I’m always
looking to tie them all into an overarching theme of …..”living better!”

I’ll admit that many of my ideas are well off the beaten track so to speak.
They are the result of the patterns I’ve observed and my effort to make
logical sense out of them.

I try and reduce everything to it’s simplest form when sharing them
with others. I believe that over time, they will prove to be correct, and you
will have had the benefit of knowing about these things well ahead of
everyone else!

So just to reiterate, “Age Better” will cover:

1) Anti-aging and Wellness

2) Personal Development and Motivation

3) Internet Marketing (making money online)

In order to be healthy and well, you need to be able to afford to eat
properly and use whatever nutritional supplements are needed. You also
need the motivation to do things like exercise and upgrade your nutrition.

Finally, whether you want to create a new lifestyle, including an easier way
to make a living, or just supplement the income from your regular job, you
can do that on the Internet, IF you know how to go about it.

I try to separate nonsense from real value, and share the best of what I
have learned, discovered, and experienced with you. I am always open to
suggestions you send me via email, so please….don’t hesitate to do so.

I will always listen and be as responsive as I can. If there are additional
topics you want me to cover let me know.

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Ok, last issue I mentioned winter cold and the stress it brings. The
reasons for this is this simple equation I shared with you last time:

heat loss=energy loss=lowered immunity from colds and flu!

When you lose body heat, you are literally “leaking” energy which you
need to power the critical systems of your body. This weakens your
immune system and sets you up for illness such as colds and flu.

Here is what I do, and what has kept me healthy thus far this winter. I
believe it will work just as well for you.

1) First dress very warmly both indoors and out.

2) Eat extra calories in the winter (protein, good fats, and carbs, but avoid
junk food)

Adaptogens work by balancing your system. Exactly how they do this is
beyond my expertise to explain, but in my experience, they do it quite
effectively.

I reccomend one called “Rhodiola” or “Arctic Root.” It is used a lot in
Eastern Europe and was one of the reasons the old Soviet Union
dominated sports in the Olympics.

It will help fortify you against stress including thermal stress (winter cold).

Rhodiola also helps curb depression, and by this I don’t mean serious
clinical depression, but the kind of blues many of us tend to get in the
winter months when it’s cold and we get far less sunlight.

200-400 milligrams per day in divided doses should be all you need. If you
are on any medications ALWAYS check with your doctor before using any
herbal supplement, to avoid problems.

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I have a book review for you, and I hesitated a bit with this one because
the guy who wrote it is a pretty intense character. In fact, I actually disliked
this guy before I read his book. His name is Bill Romanowski, and the book
is called:

”Romo… My Life on The Edge, Living Dreams and Slaying Dragons!”

“Romo” is the true story of an NFL football legend, what he went through
playing one of the roughest sports in the world and how he used nutrition,
exercise, and other performance enhancing strategies to improve his play
and lengthen his career.

He used some dangerous substances during his playing days, and please
understand I don’t condone those things, but I liked the fact that he was
honest about what he took and why, both good and bad.

I always assumed that Romanowski was a genetic freak that just naturally
excelled. Boy…was I wrong. Turns out he was a very hard working guy,
who made himself into a great player mostly through sheer determination.

He was not big into anabolic steroids as you might think, although he did
use them, they were not a major part of his routine. He researched many
ways of healing and recovering from the brutal punishment of pro football.

This book is amazingly honest about his playing days, his fears, setbacks,
triumphs, and philosophy. To look at this man simply as an NFL assassin is
way too narrow a view.

He freely admits that made some serious mistakes and payed a heavy
price for them.

Yet, I found myself amazed at his resourcefulness, incredible work ethic,
and love for the game. He shares his personal life as well, and you see a
man trying hard to balance his football career and his role as devoted
husband and father.

“Romo” was light years ahead of the other players in the league when it
came to healing and recovery methods, and always freely shared what he
discovered with his teammates.

I have been delving into topics like nutrition, exercise, and performance
enhancement for years, but I still learned things from this book that
even I was not aware of.

Once I started I just couldn’t put the book down. If you like football, or even
if you don’t, I still think you will find that “Romo” is a great read. You will
learn about Bill Romanowski the human being as well as one of footballs
most enduring warriors.

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Age Better Newsletter – Issue #12- January 3rd, 2013
Published by George Parigian Jr. for Opted-in Subscribers
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Hello,

Happy New Year! This weeks topic is heavyhands, exercise, and weight loss…

For some odd reason I’m optimistic about the coming year despite the unlucky “13” aspect of it. I have some things I really want to accomplish this year and I know you do too.

My hope is that I can share some things with you that will help you move forward with your goals and plans whatever they may be. Health is key in all of this, and I will have some really cool stuff to share with you during the coming year.

Exercise resolutions are usually part of the New Year, but I am going to share some revelations with you about exercise that may really surprise you. Just remember in all this that in order to make it effective, you need to know just what you are trying to achieve.

To be effective, exercise should be intense and brief. The way exercise affects your hormonal system is the key. Long slow exercise raises levels of the stress hormone (cortisol) that tends to make you fatter. Hard to believe, but it’s true.

Brief and intense exercise has a positive effect on your hormone system, which results in fat burning and building of lean muscle tissue. For weight loss purposes all you need is about 15 minutes 3 times per week of brief intense exercise.

“Heavyhands” is a book that will show you how you can accomplish this and why it will work for you. It’s been out for a few years but still a great book and just as current as the day it was written!

Using this concept and following an “interval training protocol” I lost 10 lbs in two weeks with no dieting, and about 11.25 minutes of actual exercise (when you subtract rest periods) per session. This equals about 33.75 minutes of actual exercise per week!

“Heavyhands” will explain how having your hands weighted allows you to burn a lot more calories than you otherwise would. But it’s not just the calories you burn while exercising, it’s the boost in your metabolic rate that will have you burning more calories even when you are sacking out on the couch!

All the information you need to make this happen is in the book. Sound good? Then pick up a copy and start losing those pounds you have wanted to shed so badly!

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Now…I have some bragging to do. I attended the Boston Ballet production of the “Nutcracker” last week for the very first time and had the pleasure of watching my cousin Remy Anne in this time honored performance.

This was a very enjoyable show that seemed amazingly short to me, perhaps because it immerses you in that holiday fantasy world of dancing toy soldiers, princes and princesses, and of course “The Nutcracker.”

Remy is a pre-professional student at the Boston Ballet and she graced the stage as one of the Marzipan Shepherds. Although only time will tell, I believe she has the talent, passion, and perseverance to become a prima ballerina!

Remy comes from an artistic family, as her dad is an actor and her grandfather was a former professor at the Mass College of Art. They say the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree. I am proud of my cousin and it’s wonderful to see her develop into a great dancer.

If you have a chance to catch this wonderful show in your location, don’t hesitate, and of course it goes without saying that this is 100% OK for the youngest kids out there. They will love it for sure!

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After attending the afternoon performance of the Nutcracker, we caught “The Hobbit” in IMAX. I have never read any of Tolkien’s books, but have seen the ring trilogy and now the Hobbit.

This is a very enjoyable film, as it really immerses you in the fantasy world of “Middle Earth.” For me a good movie should draw you into the story and cause you to make an emotional connection to the characters.

“The Hobbit” did that for me and left me wanting more, just what a feature film should do. This is a film for all ages, although some scenes may be a bit rough for really young children.

Directed by Peter Jackson, and featuring a number of great actors like Hugo Weaving, Cate Blanchette, Christopher Lee, Elijah Wood, and Ian McKellan as Gandalf reprised their roles.

This film ran nearly 3 hours, but seemed short to me. It was THAT engaging, and for me, this is what it’s all abut, that when film ends you very much want the story to go on, and it does, but that will be left to the sequels!

This film scored at rating of 8.4 from IMDb.com, which pretty much says it all!

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Winter can be tough on skin, with drying, windburn, and cold temperatures if you live in the northern latitudes. Remember that hydration is also important, and often you don’t get as thirsty as in summer, but you still need to drink plenty of water.

Use lip balms, and face creams to prevent against windburn and chapping. NaPCA by Twinlab is a great choice especially with added aloe to keep your skin hydrated. Remember to dress extra warmly as well, because:

heat loss=energy loss=lowered immunity from colds and flu!

I am working on what I call a “cold weather solution” but frankly there is not much research in this area for me to draw on. I will however have a recommendation for winter stress in the next newsletter, I just have to do some digging though before I can actually suggest something I am comfortable recommending to you, so stay tuned…

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Once again, thank you for listening, and there will be another newsletter heading your
way next Thursday. Look for it in your inbox, and please don’t hesitate to
write with your questions or comments.

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Age Better Newsletter – Issue #11 – December 27th, 2012
Published by George Parigian Jr. for Opted-in Subscribers
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I hope you enjoyed Christmas with your friends and family over good food and some wished for gifts. I never made it to my destination thanks to a broken transmission linkage in my car, so here I am completely alone writing this issue of the newsletter.

Each year seems like it feels just a little less like “Christmas,” and I wish we could somehow recapture the original Christmas spirit, when everything felt special and magical.

I keep thinking that somewhere there is a place where Christmas still feels like…well…Christmas! I’d love to find it….IF it exists. Of course..it goes without saying that I will tell you all about it when I do!

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I wanted to say a few things about the “Eat Right for Your Type” diet also known as the “blood type diet” by Dr. Peter D’Adamo. Of all the diet concepts out there, I feel it has had the biggest impact on my health and how I feel on a daily basis. Let me tell you why.

I didn’t use it to lose weight, as I am usually trying to keep my weight up not down. I use it to lower the level of inflammation ( and the pain it causes) in my body. For this the blood type diet has worked VERY well for me.

Most diets focus on changing eating patterns, the type of foods and the amount you eat. They don’t take your blood type into consideration. Dr. D’Adamo’s approach focuses on finding foods that are compatible with your blood type and immune system.

When foods clash with your blood type, your immune system reacts with inflammation. It effects your muscles, joints, and nervous system. I believe this is part of how you become chronically ill as you get older.

The blood type diet gives you lists of food that are beneficial, neutral, or negative for your blood type. By knowing your blood type and avoiding foods that cause problems for your type, you can rid yourself of a lot of pain and inflammation.

I am not fanatical about following it, (you don’t have to be) but I have gotten to know what foods set me off and generally avoid them. By doing this, I can honestly say I have less pain on a daily basis than I had in my 30′s!

I can now ( at age 57) go and work out even in the dead of winter with hardly any warmup, and not have a problem. Bear in mind that I couldn’t do that even in my 20′s and 30′s. I always had to do an extensive warmup or I couldn’t work out.
Those days are gone! I just don’t need the long warmups any more, because the pain is not there like when I was younger. The blood type diet concept just ROCKS!!!

This is probably the most useful diet book you will ever read, and I can’t recommend it enough. I used to take Advil like candy just to be able to work out. That was 25 years ago. I no longer use it and I feel fine, even in the cold weather.

Do yourself a huge favor and check out Dr. D’Adamo’s book at this link:

There’s a new trend in medicine called anti-aging and functional medicine. This is different than regular medicine where they wait until you get sick or have a problem then treat the symptoms with prescription drugs.

Antiaging medicine assumes that you can indeed slow down aging and live better longer. More and more doctors are entering this field because they say they have more satisfaction actually getting at the root cause of sickness and helping people get well.

I have lists of these doctors on my website, and you can start your search for an antiaging
and wellness oriented doctor at these links:

I add to these lists as I get more information. The ranks of these doctors are growing rapidly and there is likely one in your area if you are interested in checking them out!

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New Years is almost here and it’s the time when people make resolutions. One of the most common is starting an exercise program. I think you know how long that usually lasts!

Most people get exercise wrong, in that they do too much, and what they actually do is not “quality” exercise. In this case, less is more, and if you do it right, you will be able to keep going with your exercise program, because it won’t be really hard.
Believe it or not, I once lost 10 lbs in two weeks with no dieting and exercising for something like 10 minutes 3 times a week. The interesting part about it was that I wasn’t even trying to lose weight, it just happened.

I’ll talk more about this next week and tell you exactly what I did and how I did it. I will explain the physiology behind effective exercise and how you should do it for the best results. This time you will be able to stick with your New Years resolution!

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Thank you for reading. Another issue of “Age Better” is headed your way next Thursday. Look for it in your in-box, and please write to me with your questions or comments.

This holiday season has really been dampened by the terrible tragedy that unfolded in Connecticut. I can’t fathom somebody doing such terrible things to innocent children. The only consolation is that we will be determined find a way to prevent these things from happening in the future! My heart goes out to the families of the children and teachers.

Yet there is still so much good in the world, and there are people everywhere who act with kindness and compassion toward others. A recent phone conversation with my sister confirmed this fact.

She told me that my nephew Andrew, who is a police office was going on a trip to Virginia, and when I asked why, she told me that he and a group of officers from Massachusetts were going to visit a young boy with terminal brain cancer.

This youngster had dreamed of becoming a police officer when he grew up, and sadly he will not likely get that chance. His wish was to be visited by police officers and they are going down there to comfort and honor him.

They will make him an honorary police officer, give him a badge with his name on it, and present the family with donations they have collected. I have never been prouder of my nephew, who has matured into a caring and compassionate man.

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I have a couple of suggestions for protecting yourself from colds and flu during the winter months. I use these items myself as needed. All these things are natural, safe, and I have found them very effective.

Liposomal vitamin-c: This is vitamin-c bound to a fat molecule (hence the name liposomal) which makes it much more bio-available to your body and easily absorbed. It’s supposed to be as effective as inter-venous vitamin-c, which is pretty darn impressive.

It is currently being researched as a potential form of treatment for cancer and has shown some impressive results by enhancing immunityand detoxifying cells.

As safe as vitamin-c is, there are certain people who should not use vitamin-c supplements unless they get their doctor’s ok.

People with hemochromatosis which is a condition where iron builds up in their bodies People G6PD syndrome, which is an enzyme deficiency People with kidney problems or those getting dialysis treatments People on blood thinners like Coumadin or Warfarin

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The second item I use mostly on infections is colloidal silver. Again this works very well because bacteria can’t become resistant to it. You can find it in most health food stores and for more info check out my web page on it.

I have used this on some intense infections and it always works quickly and completely. The only side effect I have noticed is a slight bit of constipation, which depends on the dosage and how long I use it.

With that said, I would caution that you always see a doctor for anything above a slight infection, as they can be dangerous. No product I recommend is meant to substitute for proper medical treatment. Rather they can be helpful for minor things, and also for more serious things when used in addition to standard medical treatment.

So….bottom line, if you are really sick, don’t just self medicate, always see a doctor to be on the safe side!

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Ok, here comes another movie review, and if you are wondering why I talk about older films, it’s because they made a strong and positive impression on me. These types of movies engage you on an emotional level which I think is the key to a great film.

I’m not saying that there aren’t any current movies that are good, but it seems (in my hallowed opinion -:D). Hollywood is cranking out a lot of films without real substance these days, in that they don’t connect with the audience on an emotional level.

With that said, I recommend you check out “Antwon Fisher.” The movie stars Derek Luke in the title role, Denzel Washington as the psychiatrist, and Joy Bryant as Fisher’s supportive girlfriend.

The screenplay was written by the real Antwon Fisher, and based on his book “Finding Fish.” In the film Antwon who was given up for adoption by his drug dependent mother endures physical, sexual, and verbal abuse while in foster care.

His anger problems while in the navy bring him to the attention of a caring psychiatrist played wonderfully by Denzel Washington. In the film Antwon must overcome his inner rage, and with the help of his girlfriend seeks and is reunited with his extended family.

The scene where he meets his extended family for the first time is quite an emotional moment and will have you reaching for the Kleenex once again. Fine performances all around by the actors in this film, which is also Denzel Washington’s directorial debut.

Since this newsletter IS about antiaging, I will be delving into that topic more intensely in the new year, and evaluating some products that actually DO have the ability to slow or even reverse SOME aspects of aging.

Remember that antiaging is not about being immortal or living hundreds of years, it’s really being proactive about your health, so you can enjoy your life and loved ones fully for many years to come. That’s what it’s all about, and YES it is very possible to do this!

I will be sharing some outstanding items with you in the weeks and months ahead, so stay with me.

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I will leave you with a favorite quote of a good friend that is originally attributed to Theodore Parker, but also used by Martin Luther King.

“The arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends toward justice.”

Thanks for reading, and there will be another newsletter heading your

way next Thursday. Look for it in your in-box, and please don’t hesitate to

Age Better Newsletter #7: The Best Product on the Planet for Under Forty Dollars…

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Hello again,

I trust everyone enjoyed their Thanksgiving and survived Black Friday! Personally I avoid the rush and shop during off hours, but to each his own. I have a couple of product recommendations for you.

First I want to remind you that there is a way you can neutralize those cravings for sweets that surface during the holidays. I think lots of people avoid making the commitment to eat healthier because they think it means giving up everything they enjoy eating.

Not true….. In reality, when you can undercut the “cravings” for certain foods, you regain control over what you put in your mouth and can begin to get a handle on your weight issues.

You can still have and enjoy those delicious foods and deserts, but you won’t “crave,” them. That is, you won’t be a slave to sweets, and will be able to enjoy your them from time to time without binging on them, or feeling compelled to eat them.

For instance, I LOVE cheesecake! However I probably only eat it once a year. I thoroughly enjoy it when I do eat it, but I don’t crave it, and don’t miss it during the year. It tastes just as good to me as it ever did, but I don’t HAVE to have it, if that makes sense.

One trick I will share with you is to use an amino acid called “glutamine,” to trick your body into thinking it’s getting sugar. You can find glutamine in any health food store and lots of online vitamin websites.

Take a tablespoon of glutamine mixed in about 4 ounces of water. That should do the trick. It has a mildly sweet taste, but it otherwise bland. It should definitely help you lessen those sweet cravings and allow you to keep sugar consumption to a minimum.

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Ok, now for the recommendation I promised you. Maybe I exaggerated a bit, but this product IS probably the best money I ever spent for a kitchen item. It’s a the Oster Electronic Vegetable Steamer. A great product for short money!

I like to steam my vegetables. It’s an easy and convenient way to cook them and still keep the nutritional value in them. Since I do all my own cooking, I want something fast and easy.

Here are the steps with this device:

1) Fill with water 2) Put vegetables in the container 3) set the timer 4) Push the button

That it! The unit steams the veggies and beeps when they are done! I have been using this thing for over 5 years, pretty much EVERY DAY, and it has worked flawlessly every time!

It even beeps to warn you if you forget to put the water in. (It won’t start without water) and yes…I HAVE forgotten the water once or twice.

It was worth every penny I paid, and it makes preparing meals so much easier.

It would make a great Christmas gift for anyone who enjoys cooking, or actually even for those who don’t, as the convenience factor is huge here. Check it out on Amazon. I know it’s one purchase you will definitely be glad you made.

I have a movie suggestion to share with you now. Being a romantic at heart, I love movies that pull you into the storyline emotionally. “First Knight,” starring Sean Connery Richard Gere, and Julia Ormand is just such a film.

I watched it again recently and enjoyed it every bit as much as the first time. This is a variation of the story of “Camelot.” This tale known and loved over the ages, has all the elements of a classic story of love, tragedy, betrayal and forgiveness.

It is as timeless as the day it was written and “First Knight” is in my mind the best rendering of this story and the most enjoyable. Great performances by Connery (who was born to play Arthur).

Julia Ormand is wonderful as Guinevere, Richard Gere is equally so as Lancelot, and Ben Cross is convincingly evil as the rouge knight “Prince Malagant.”

It tells the story of a woman (Guinevere), in love with two men (Arthur and Lancelot) though in different ways. Torn by her feelings, she struggles to remain true to her vows to Arthur, as the kingdom is threatened by a rouge army led by the evil Malagant.

The sword fight between the evil knight Malagant and Lancelot (played by Gere) is a stunner. It is perhaps the most electrifying sword fight on film (my opinion).

The sword fighting scenes while nor particularly gory are perhaps a bit rough for younger viewers, so use your discretion.

Do yourself a favor during the holidays….rent “First Knight” and enjoy it with family and friends. I know you won’t be disappointed! Just remember to keep the Kleenex handy…you are going to need it! _:)

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In the next newsletter I will have a suggestion for those of you who are looking to create a little extra income to help pay the bills or just to be able to afford the little extras like taking a trip, or buying something you have wanted for some time.

Although this newsletter is about “anti-aging” please understand that we are talking about a lifestyle change, not just popping a pill here and there. “Aging Better” is about desiring and planning for better health AND better quality of life in all areas.

To the best of my ability I will share what I know and what I have discover with all of you! Health and success are the most satisfying when you can share them with others!

I will leave you now with a quote by Eleanor Roosevelt:

“The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.”

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Thanks for reading “Age Better.” Look for the upcoming issue of the newsletter next Friday!

Age Better Newsletter #6: Another Great Product Reccomendation – Justin Time for Winter!——————————————————————————————–Age Better Newsletter – Issue #6 – November 23rd, 2012Published by George Parigian Jr. for Opted-in Subscribers——————————————————————————————–

Hope you had a great Thanksgiving, relaxing with family and friends. I gathered with my extended family including my brand new 2 month old grand nephew Morgan Joseph in New Hampshire, for a good old fashionedThanksgiving dinner with all the trimmings.

Morgan being just 2 months old has no idea of the culinary delights that await him when he gets old enough to enjoy a real Thanksgiving dinner, but I’m sure he will make up for it once he starts eating solid foods.

As usual I scrounged all the dark meat, and other fatty parts of the turkeynobody else eats, but didn’t gain any weight, as I skipped the sugarydesserts. Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays, because it revolvesaround eating (something I love to do!)

When I was very young my parents would actually let my sister and I havesome wine with the meal because it was a “special occasion.” To this day although I enjoy a drink now and again, I don’t overindulge because my folks never made alcohol a mysterious and alluring thing “for adults only.”

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Ok, now I am about to share another little secret that you will love, and it’scalled “Aqua Gel!” First let me tell you about Willard’s Water, from which Aqua Gel is made. Years ago (I think it was in the 1930′s) old Doc Willardwas in his lab trying to come up with a better solvent for his workshop.

What he stumbled onto was a way of chemically making water…well….”wetter” for lack of a better term. This was an additive (the exact formulais a trade secret) which when mixed with water or other substances tendedto make them more effective.

A host of products were developed using the Willard’s Water additive and one of them was Aqua Gel. This is great for dry skin, burns, chapping, andany other skin problem that involve loss of moisture, as it also contains aloe vera extract.

Willard’s Water works great on burns as well, so “Aqua Gel” can be used for minor burns (major ones require a doctors care obviously). I don’t havean affiliate relationship with the makers of the product so I don’t make anymoney recommending it.

I just love the product and use it for a variety of things, especially when thecold weather comes as the cold tends to dry your skin out. Here is the linkthat you can copy and paste into your browser:

The folks at the Nutrition Coalition (Kolleen and Charlie Sunde) out in Fargo North Dakota are a real down to Earth mom and pop operation. I’vebought products from them for years and they are great to deal with.

Although you can buy right from their website, you can also call them on their 800 number (1-800-447-4793) and order the old fashioned way! Prices are competitive and their service is first rate!

I like the fact that I am dealing with real people who will take your order over the phone and answer your questions rather than some huge business where you are just a number. Personal and friendly service is what you will get from The Nutrition Coalition.

If you talk to Charlie or Kolleen tell them George Parigian referred you.

I just wish they had an affiliate program……-:)

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When I started this newsletter I promised to include things of an inspirational nature. What I want to share with you now is a scene from thelast “Rocky” film that Sylvester Stallone made. Yeah it’s a “guy film” but thelessons are valid for anyone.

In the scene he explains to his son the secret of success and winning in life. He does it in a very profound way using boxing as a metaphor for life’sbattles telling the son that “It’s not how hard you can hit, it’s how hard youcan get hit and still keep moving forward.” “That’s how winning is done!”

That lesson is something my own father tried to instill in me over the years.I wish I had learned that when he was still alive. I spent so much of my lifebelieving that to succeed you had to be perfect. That belief that I had wasall wrong!

All you really need is a goal and the willingness to work toward it no matterwhat the obstacles are. All people that achieve success do that….without exception.

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Let me wrap this up by mentioning a couple of issues that people tend to have as they get older, which is low energy and lack of cold tolerance. There are several products that I will be reviewing in the near future to address these issues.

I will soon have some recommendations for nutritional products that will boost your energy levels safely and effectively. Cold tolerance is related to changes that occur to your nervous system with age.

That will take a bit more research on my part because I want to be certainthat what I recommend is both effective and safe. I promise the wait will beworth it!

Thanks for reading “Age Better” and I will have another one out to you next week, so look for it in your inbox!

First though I’d like to reflect on something that happened to me during my day and caused me to stop and reflect on something of importance.

I was very busy working on the PC, and one of my two beloved cats“Tosca” a small brown tabby tried to jump on my lap. I quickly shooed heraway, and she just sat on the floor dejectedly looking at me with those bigsad eyes.

I looked at her and thought to myself” what am I doing that is so importantthat I reject the love this little animal is trying to give me?” She is SO worthmy time and attention and so I put aside what I was doing to devote sometime to her.

As I beckoned to her, she was hesitant, but then she proceeded to jumponto my lap. This was followed by much purring and adoration from her little eyes, and I spent the next 15 minutes or so giving her the attention she craved.

She was a shelter cat, and I drove 8 hours each way to rescue her from being “put down” as they call it. She shows her gratitude every day and I am thankful to have her and my other cat “Tyler” (also a shelter cat) in mylife. They give so much, and ask so little in return.

My point is that life is both fragile and fleeting. We see it in the disasterslike Hurricane Sandy that claim so many lives, and hear about the tragedies that seem to dominate the news these days. Heading into theholiday season we should remember this and be thankful for the people (and pets) in our lives.

Take every opportunity to spend that quality time with those you love, bethey human or animal. Life is way too short to miss out on that time spentwith those we care about.

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Ok, now about that holiday eating, there are a few rules that will help youIF you follow them.

Here they are:

Avoid eating sugary deserts after fatty meals. This drives your insulinlevels through the roof and will cause you to store calories in the form of fat. It also contributes to heart disease by driving up inflammation.

Drink plenty of water before your meals, and you will find that it takes lessfood to satisfy you.

Eat plenty of protein with your meals. Your digestive system has to workharder to break down protein, so you will burn up to 30% of the calories inthat food just digesting it.

Protein also reduces the glycemic index (the rate at which sugar entersyour blood stream), thus preventing the rapid rise in insulin which causesyou to store fat.

There ARE a couple of supplements that you CAN use to avoid gaining fat from the sugar in your meals, however please understand that these are NOT a substitute for proper eating. They will help, but not if you gooverboard with sugary foods and don’t exercise.

One is called “hydroxycitric acid” and it is taken about 20 minutes prior toa meal that has lots of simple carbs (sugar). You can find out more aboutit on my website at this link:

Green coffee extract can be used on a regular basis. It is entirely naturaland quite safe!

If you have questions about these, just shoot me an email and I will answer your questions as best I can. I generally do not gain any weight during the holidays, and I would have to say it’s due to combining foods properly, and avoiding problem combinations like fat with sugar.

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Well that’s about it for this issue. The next one will go out the day afterThanksgiving and will have a new product recommendation for you,

Here’s wishing you and yours a Happy Thanksgiving. Enjoy yourself,stay safe and well.